Where next for the housebuilding industry?

As we reflect on 2023 and welcome in a new year, where do we see 2024 taking the housebuilding sector? Read on as Scott, Wolters, Building Products Sales Director at EGGER UK, manufacturer of timber structural flooring boards, gives his... View Article

Planning Your Budget: Insight into the Pricing of Garden Rooms

In the pursuit of enhancing living spaces, garden rooms have emerged as a popular and practical solution. These versatile structures offer a myriad of possibilities, from home offices to relaxation spaces. However, understanding the pricing of garden rooms is crucial... View Article

New winter floorcovering wonders from Designer Contracts

Designer Contracts has added four carpet collections – including its first ever 100% recycled polypropylene – and a new click-LVT range with built-in underlay to its comprehensive portfolio of floorcoverings. Eco-Glade is a stain resistant, two-ply carpet made using 100%... View Article

Schlüter®-Systems launches customisable washbasin/vanity unit

Building on the success of its acclaimed KERDI-BOARD, Schlüter-Systems has launched the customisable, prefabricated KERDI-BOARD-W, enabling homeowners as well as architects and contractors to create a vanity unit quickly and cost-effectively. KERDI-BOARD-W, like the company’s durable and waterproof, extruded rigid-foam KERDI-BOARD, is immediately ready... View Article

F. Ball launches RAG 2024

Leading UK manufacturer of flooring installation products, F. Ball and Co. Ltd., has unveiled the latest edition of its industry-leading Recommended Adhesives Guide (RAG®), which sees new adhesives recommendations for floorcoverings launched by manufacturers over the past 12 months now... View Article

Powering up the future of EV charging

As the UK prepares for a net zero future, and Part S of the Building Regulations homes in on electric vehicles (EVs), housebuilders are grappling with the various practical issues around providing charging for residents of all new homes. Electrical... View Article

The ‘third’ way to prove building safety is being neglected

Helen Hewitt of the British Woodworking Federation’s Fire Door Alliance warns that third-party certification of fire doors is lagging, despite the emergence of the Building Safety Act and greater awareness of the importance of specifing third-party certified fire doors. Since... View Article

The time for MMC is now!

Richard Smith of NHBC looks at lessons from the history of Modern Methods of Construction, and how the growth of offsite is being driven by the combined forces of housing shortages, the need for quality, and climate change. Modern Methods... View Article

Hydronic Heating: A solution for net zero buildings

Gary Perry of Altecnic explores the advantages of using hydronic-based systems for heating future homes that are targeted to achieve much lower energy use There are many ways to provide space heating, cooling and domestic water heating in all-electric net... View Article

Plug subbie liability gaps

Daniel Sunley at Clear Insurance Management discusses insurance best practices when engaging subcontractors, and addresses common misconceptions around liability to help developers ensure that their agreements protect their interests. It’s no secret that UK housebuilders are battling a shortage of... View Article

The impact of BNG Regulations on Housing Developments

The preservation and conservation of biodiversity have become increasingly important in the face of rapid urban development and the need for new housing in the UK. As a response to this concern, BNG (Biodiversity Net Gain) Regulations have been implemented... View Article

Garador is flying high!

This year, after 75 years, leading British garage door manufacturer Garador has reached new heights. As part of its 75th anniversary celebrations, a special flying bi-plane has been built, complete with Garador insignia including Garador’s special anniversary logos. The Garador... View Article

Building a future for the Gascoigne Estate

A London council estate with a history of problems is being transformed in phases, thanks to a complex, high-density and high-quality scheme by council regeneration specialist developer Be First. They speak to James Parker about the recently completed Gascoigne West... View Article